In 2023, the road freight volume for textiles, textile products, leather, and leather products in Germany stood at 800 million tonne kilometers. Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 shows a consistent decline, with volumes decreasing from 727 to 435 million tonne kilometers. This marks a significant reduction and a substantial year-on-year decrease: approximately 10.7% from 2024 to 2025, 11.5% from 2025 to 2026, 12.3% from 2026 to 2027, and roughly 13.5% from 2027 to 2028. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over the forecasted period suggests an average annual decrease.
Future trends to watch for include shifts in consumer demand for sustainable and ethically sourced materials that may impact production and transport volumes. Additionally, advancements in domestic manufacturing technologies could lead to reduced dependency on road freight. The ongoing digital transformation within logistics may also improve operational efficiencies, potentially moderating volume declines.
